Tai Chi and Chi Kung in Epsom, September 2025 to July 2026

WAITING LIST: If there are no more places available, please put your name on the waiting list so that I know that you're interested in coming along. I can then check who is coming and possibly squeeze you in depending on who else is attending (subject to experience).

Please book your place here. 12 places available per day!

There are two sessions - advanced class followed by beginners class. Advanced students starting in the earlier session can stay on for the basic movement class.

1 ticket purchase entitles you to both sessions providing you have enough experience. Please discuss with me before purchasing if unsure.

Timetable

Please read the times carefully.

Do call me on 07977 135506 to check which class is best for you.

1pm - 1.30pm: advanced class (Part 2 and 3 of the form)

1.45pm - 2.30pm: beginners class (chi kung and basic tai chi)

2.30pm: tea time!

Please be present 5 minutes before the start of the class. Late attendees may not be allowed to enter until a suitable point in the class!

Classes do not run during school holidays.

If you're a Life Library member, you can find the discount code here: http://www.wimble.com/courses/library/

Location

Please note that Ebbisham Sports Club is the racket sports club and NOT the library. There is free parking within the club grounds right by the tennis courts. The club is located here: https://goo.gl/maps/G41shpfPW3hvZrS3A

Charity Fundraising

50% of funds raised will go to Epsom Food Bank.

Tai Chi Notes for Beginners

Please read the following paragraphs carefully if you're new to my classes.

1) Chi Kung. Chi Kung is a system of relaxing exercises that are easy to learn yet give similar benefits to practising Tai Chi. This means that you can immediately take away whatever you remember and practice daily on your own to benefit further from the exercises.

2) Tai Chi. Comprising slow flowing movements that strengthen the legs improving flexibility and balance, by practising tai chi you will also improve your mobility, reduce blood pressure, increase bone density, increase strength and range of motion of joints, improve knee strength, reduce levels of stress and improve your immunity. Tai chi is suitable for all ages and all levels of fitness.

3) Medical Treatments and General Health. Tai chi is suitable for people at all levels of fitness. If you have any injuries or ailments, you are advised to be careful with stretching, touching or putting any sort of load on sensitive areas while participating in the class. Additionally, you know your own range of movement and while you may become more flexible through attending the classes, please do not feel that you have to carry out the movements to the same degree that the teacher or other students may achieve.

In terms of physical activity levels, if you can walk with a bag of shopping, then you should be able to practice the exercises. Of course, if there are any exercises that you feel you cannot perform, you are welcome to sit out for a while.

4) Chi/Qi/Internal Energy. The concept of chi or internal energy may be mentioned during the class. This is merely to give you an understanding of why you are encouraged to move in a particular fashion and to give you a little background to how the movements were developed.

5) Structure of the Class. Typically, there will be a warm up routine incorporating loosening of the ligaments, exercising the muscles and stretching. This will be followed by various relaxing exercises including Chi Kung movements. Finally, you will be taught a basic tai chi form.

For more information, contact Darren Yap on 07977 135506.

COVID Notes

The room is a squash court and there is little ventilation so mask wearing is advised.

• Ventilation - there is a nearby door and windows which will be opened and there is movement of air due to the design of the squash court with its fixed air vents. Heaters are used so you won't get cold.
• I won't enquire about your vaccine status nor ask you to wear masks but there will be vulnerable adults present. This is why only 12 are permitted.
• I am fully vaccinated and am happy to wear a mask if asked.
• If you are experienced symptoms of Covid-19 (persistent cough, temperature, fatigue etc) or have been in contact with someone with Covid-19, please do not come. If you've already bought a ticket, a refund will be given.

Refund Policy

I prefer to give a voucher permitting free access to the next class that you book.

Online Training

If you would like to access to my video library, please visit this page to learn more: http://www.wimble.com/libraryt/